PRC overwhelmed with cats and kittens during peak kitten season
June is National Adopt a Cat Month, so there's no better time to open your heart and home to a feline friend. The Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center (PRC) is currently caring for hundreds of cats and kittens and is urging the community to consider adoption as kitten season continues to strain shelter resources.
Each year, warmer weather brings an influx of kittens born outdoors, resulting in a significant increase in the number of cats entering shelters. Kitten season is one of the busiest times of the year for animal shelters across the country, and PRC is currently at over 700% capacity for cats.
By adopting, residents can make an immediate impact and help create space for the many pets that are still arriving. Cats and kittens of all ages, personalities, and energy levels can be found at PRC, and adopting not only gives a deserving pet a second chance but also helps the shelter continue caring for vulnerable pets in need.
Residents who are unable to adopt can still support PRC by fostering, volunteering, or donating needed supplies. Additionally, those who find kittens are encouraged to participate in PRC's Wait Until 8 program, which encourages residents to keep found kittens until they are 8 weeks old and able to be brought back to the shelter for adoption.
To view adoptable cats and kittens, visit the Pet Resource Center or browse available pets on the online kennel.
About Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center
The Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center is the county's only open-admission animal shelter, providing care and refuge for thousands of lost, abandoned, and surrendered pets each year. PRC is committed to promoting responsible pet ownership through adoptions, lost-and-found services, low-cost spay/neuter programs, vaccinations, and microchipping.
The center also partners with local rescues, fosters, and volunteers to help pets find safe, loving homes. Through community outreach and lifesaving programs, PRC works to keep pets with their families whenever possible and reduce shelter intake. For more information, visit HCFL.gov/Pets.